Velo-City is a collection of stories that reveal the fascinating cycling sub-cultures of the West.

Intrepid tourers; social riders; hardy commuters; track stars; off-road daredevils; polo players; couriers; and cops on bikes.

They are defined by their diversity, but united by their passion. Their stories will inspire and entertain you – and most importantly, make you want to keep pedalling.

To purchase a copy see Velo-City.

The Australian National Cycling Strategy 2011 to 2016 has been released. 

The goal for this strategy is to double the number of people cycling. This is an aspirational aim. But it is right to be ambitious. A step-change in the number of people cycling offers an unmissable opportunity to improve the quality of life for all Australians in terms of a healthier, more active, and more mobile population, with greater knowledge in the future about who cycles and why.

To realise this ambition, it is necessary to build on the success so far and go further.  Gearing up for active and sustainable communities recognises that a huge amount of activity goes on across the country that is not a direct result of, but is an important contributor to, the national strategy and should continue to do so.

Ministers endorsed the Australian National Cycling Strategy for 2011 to 2016. The short term goal is to double the number of people cycling over the next five years.  Ministers strongly supported the Strategy's overarching vision to change attitudes to cycling and increase the numbers of cyclists in Australia. 

The Strategy aims to improve safety for all cyclists and promote cycling as an active measure to improve the health and well-being of all Australians. The Strategy provides a framework that will ensure that resources will be used more effectively by minimising duplication of initiatives.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 06 October 2010 22:02